low speed, high drag

Etymology
From aviation, where wings and other exterior aircraft parts are designed to maximize drag and fuel⛽︎ , thus maximize the craft's potential ordinance and time over target.

Adjective

 * 1)  Slow and Steady

Adverb

 * 1)  Low efficiently or  not competently
 * 2)  large supply chain to get moving Low Speed, High Drag a A-10 fully kitted out with max ordnance.

Usage notes
Often used as a standalone expression, suggesting a general philosophy of life: "Slow speed, high drag, man! AKA man with wife and kids "

Originated in the U.S. military during the Vietnam War, However, the phrase is used today primarily outside the military, by those who are seen as affecting a level of expertise that does not come from actual combat experience.